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Pam Bondi is off to a promising start as President-elect Donald J. Trump’s designated nominee for attorney general. The former Florida attorney general urged the expulsion of noncitizens who support Hamas and other terrorist groups.

Senator Jon Ossoff faces criticism from pro-Israel constituents after voting against military support for Israel, amid concerns over losing pro-Palestinian votes in elections.

Ticker discusses the shifting Jewish vote in Pennsylvania favoring Trump, and contrasting viewpoints on his potential impact on Muslim communities amidst rising activism over Israel-Palestine issues.

’The best defense is a good offense, and I intend to start offending right now.’ — Star Trek’s Captain James T. Kirk ‘Judaism, yes, Zionism no! The state of Israel has got to go.’ — Pro-Arab chants outside Grand Central Station on Oct.11, from The New York Times The withering …

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators disrupted a memorial event for victims of the Oct. 7 attacks, prompting outrage over their conduct and raising concerns about boundaries during protests.

Marc Lamont Hill defended Hamas' actions at a panel, justifying their violence as freedom fighting. Critics argue he distorts facts, ignoring Israeli peace efforts.

“What we do believe is that they heard us,” Gaza protest organizer Hatem Abudayyeh tells a New York Times reporter. Sure, “they” – Democratic leaders – “heard” self-appointed activists for the Palestinians during the four-day Democratic National Convention. They heard Abudayyeh’s peers urge that a pro-Arab speaker address the convention, …

A series of distressing events on Friday highlighted increased tensions for Jews globally: a Houthi drone attack in Tel Aviv, the sentencing of Jewish journalist Evan Gershkovich in Russia, and anti-Israel vandalism in Philadelphia.

The author critiques problematic methods used in combating antisemitism, highlighting the excessive $14.5 million spent by AIPAC to unseat Jamaal Bowman, an unnecessary, divisive approach.

Mariana Chilton, a Drexel University professor, faces charges for stealing pro-Israel signs. She admitted the act to police, suggesting returning the signs. Drexel placed her on administrative leave.

Thirty anti-Israel protesters at Columbia University had trespassing charges dismissed due to lack of criminal history, complicating future prosecutorial efforts and sparking political controversy.

U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman faces criticism for his ambiguous stance towards Israel, as he prepares for a primary challenge. Meanwhile, Britain's Labour Party pledges to recognize a Palestinian state.

An Israeli raid in Gaza rescued four hostages, causing Palestinian casualties. Some criticize Israel’s actions, while others justify it as necessary for protecting its citizens.

The New York parade celebrating Israel saw a strong police presence deterring pro-Palestinian protesters, highlighting tensions and the different responses to civil disobedience and law enforcement crackdowns.

A Philadelphia teacher replaced Israel with Palestine on a map, sparking outrage and a federal civil rights complaint for alleged antisemitic acts.

President Biden withheld bomb delivery to Israel, influenced by political pressures and potential voter backlash, while facing criticism both domestically and internationally. Critics worry about the impact on U.S.-Israel relations and Democratic policies.

U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized antisemitism but opposed the Antisemitism Awareness Act, suggesting it could unjustly criminalize Christian beliefs.

Sahar Tartak, a Jewish Yale student, was attacked by a student with a Palestinian flag at an anti-Israel protest, leading to hospitalization. Protests at various universities persistently disrupt and intimidate, challenging campus policies and escalating tensions, culminating in numerous arrests and administrative actions.

Cornel West and Melina Abdullah evade confirming Israel’s right to exist, oppose a Jewish state built on Palestinian oppression, and criticize Israeli actions, hinting at supporting Palestine’s liberation without outright denial.

Russian and Chinese U.N. vetoes contrast with Israeli democracy as Nebenzia, backing a temporary Gaza cease-fire, overlooks Russia’s aggression in Ukraine and China's human rights abuses.

When the Almighty punishes murderers, we can rejoice but not by jumping for joy or saying mazal tov to the IDF. As despicable as terrorists were, don't celebrate their deaths. God doesn't want that.

They demand a cease-fire in Manhattan, in south Holland, in London. What they do not guarantee is whether Hamas will honor a cease-fire – a cease-fire with no conditions. All this misery started with a cease-fire already in effect between Israel and Hamas, at 6:30 a.m. on Oct. 7. Then …

Last week, Rep. Fitzpatrick's impeachment attempt and new military aid bill highlighted political tension and global security concerns ahead of significant elections.

Senator Rubio highlights the struggle to pass a $95 billion military aid bill for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan due to Republican obstruction tactics, filibuster rules, and structural Senate issues.

Three Midwestern mayors recently addressed Israel-Gaza tensions, with some contributing to political animosity in the U.S. by engaging in debates on cease-fires and making controversial statements about Israeli policies.